Army National Guardsman blows away fellow soldier after morning drill duty when he catches him in bed with ex-girlfriend

A tragic and shocking case involving two U.S. Army service members has ended with a guilty plea after a National Guardsman admitted to fatally shooting a fellow soldier whom he discovered in bed with his ex-girlfriend.

Natravien Landry, 27, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in connection with the killing of U.S. Army Sgt. Andre S. Stewart Jr. The shooting occurred on Dec. 14, 2024, at an apartment located on Fort Gordon Army base in Augusta, Georgia, which was known as Fort Eisenhower at the time of the incident.

Federal court records indicate that Landry now faces a potential life sentence in prison and must serve at least 10 years behind bars. Sentencing has not yet been scheduled.

Events Leading Up to the Fatal Shooting

According to investigators, Landry was serving as a member of the Army National Guard and had reported for drill duty during the early morning hours of Dec. 14.

Fort Eisenhower gate records showed that Landry entered the military installation at approximately 4:45 a.m. and reported for drill duty. He was released around 7 a.m. During a break from his military responsibilities, he drove to the on-base residence of his former girlfriend, who was also the mother of his child.

Authorities later determined that Landry arrived at the apartment around 7:15 a.m.

Suspicious Vehicle Outside the Home

Court documents reveal that Landry became suspicious after noticing a black pickup truck parked outside the apartment.

A witness told investigators that Landry, who was still dressed in his military uniform, asked who owned the truck parked in front of the residence. The presence of the vehicle apparently reinforced his belief that another man was inside the home.

When the apartment door opened, Landry allegedly forced his way inside.

Confrontation Inside the Bedroom

After entering the apartment, Landry headed directly toward an upstairs bedroom.

Inside the room was Sgt. Andre Stewart Jr., who had been dating Landry’s former girlfriend. According to statements provided by the woman, she and Stewart had been asleep when the confrontation began.

Investigators said Landry confronted Stewart and attacked him. Court records indicate that Landry struck Stewart multiple times with a firearm before firing a fatal shot. Authorities later stated that Landry knew Stewart was unarmed at the time of the encounter.

Victim Attempted to Escape

Following the shooting, Stewart reportedly stumbled out of the bedroom and made his way toward the stairs.

He collapsed after leaving the room and suffered catastrophic injuries. Emergency responders rushed him to a hospital, but doctors were unable to save his life. He was pronounced dead shortly afterward.

The fatal gunshot wound was reported to have struck Stewart in the chest.

Children Were Present During the Violence

One of the most heartbreaking details in the case was that children were inside the apartment when the shooting occurred.

Investigators said two children were present during the incident. Stewart’s family later revealed that his 5-year-old son was among those inside the home when the fatal confrontation unfolded.

The presence of children during the deadly encounter added another layer of tragedy to an already devastating case.

Landry Flees the Scene

After shooting Stewart, Landry fled both the apartment and the military installation.

Authorities launched an immediate search. Several hours later, deputies stopped Landry’s vehicle in Meriwether County, Georgia, roughly 180 miles from Fort Eisenhower.

Investigators said Landry attempted to dispose of evidence during the traffic stop.

Weapon Thrown From Vehicle

According to law enforcement officials, Landry threw the firearm from his vehicle window after being pulled over.

Deputies later recovered the handgun, and forensic testing confirmed that it was the weapon used in the shooting. Investigators also discovered Landry’s military uniform inside the vehicle.

Admission to Investigators

Following his arrest, Landry waived his rights and spoke with investigators.

During the interview, he admitted to shooting Stewart. His confession became a significant piece of evidence in the federal murder case.

Jealousy Emerges as Central Motive

Investigators interviewed the woman who had been involved with both men.

According to court records, she told authorities that Landry had been jealous of Stewart. Prosecutors argued that jealousy and anger over the relationship played a major role in the deadly confrontation that morning.

The case quickly drew attention because all three individuals involved had military connections, and the shooting occurred on a major Army installation.

Military Base Locked Down

The shooting triggered a security response at Fort Eisenhower.

Military commanders ordered a lockdown lasting approximately two hours while authorities worked to secure the area and investigate the homicide. Officials later described the incident as an isolated act of violence.

Fort Eisenhower, now once again known as Fort Gordon, serves as the home of the U.S. Army Cyber Command and numerous other military units.

Family Mourns Sgt. Andre Stewart Jr.

In the aftermath of the killing, Stewart’s family publicly expressed their grief.

His sister, Rasheika Jones, described the death as a vicious murder and remembered her brother as a young man who was working to build a future for himself and his family. She also emphasized the profound loss suffered by Stewart’s young son.

Family members and supporters created fundraising efforts to assist with funeral expenses and provide support for the child left behind.

Guilty Plea Ends Murder Case

Rather than proceeding to trial, Landry entered a guilty plea to second-degree murder and related federal firearm charges.

The plea means prosecutors will not have to prove the case before a jury, but Landry still faces severe punishment. Under federal law, he could receive a sentence ranging from the mandatory minimum term to life imprisonment.

Awaiting Sentencing

As of June 2026, Landry remains awaiting sentencing in federal court.

The guilty plea closes a major chapter in a case that began with a jealous confrontation and ended in the death of a U.S. Army sergeant. What started as a personal dispute inside an apartment on a military base ultimately became a federal murder prosecution that forever changed the lives of multiple families and left a young child without his father.